UTAH is the only one that makes sense to me."I got there first and opened my door for unreasonable amount time so go around me bike!" But if it happens in the moment the driver is wrong
@450jmboy4 ай бұрын
how can I find more information about the ebike laws in Oklahoma city now as of 2024?
@ohkaygoplay4 ай бұрын
Oh God I wish I could take this tunnel. I've been forced to become a commuter cyclist again after my car broke down for good. I've been at this for 2 weeks. I am not at Boss Road Cyclist physical level yet. I live on the north side and work on the south side. I pedal as fast as I can. Going straight under would easily shave 30 minutes off my commute time. Not to mention needing to exert a lot less energy and pain. Why they haven't included a bike path in that tunnel is beyond me. What are people supposed to do if they're walking? Walk 2 miles hauling all of their stuff just to go around a .36 mile stretch? It makes absolutely no sense. It's backwards that only cars are privileged enough to go straight through. It would make more sense for the faster moving traffic that doesn't take physical energy to power to go around than the opposite. Besides, Sepulveda blvd. has been there far longer than LAX. This video makes me long for the early days of Covid when everyone stayed home, and only us "essential workers" had to be out. I had a car then. It would take me 10 minutes to get to work from my usual 20. If I'd been on a bike, it still would have taken me far less time, because I'd have a lot less death to contend with. The lack of cars was so, so nice. It was the most relaxed I've ever been driving in this city. I'd really, sincerely hoped that people learned a few lessons from this. A) the people they praised for putting ourselves at risk as being heroes should be the ones making more money - not desk jockeys and pencil pushers who's jobs everyone realized were pointless, and never really needed to begin with. ((Hint: we weren't given a raise in pay during or after. Just praised, told to never stop, and used. And everyone went back to treating us like disposable tools when lockdown was lifted. I never got my 2 month lockdown vacation. I'm still waiting for that)), and B) Less cars on the road made existence SO MUCH BETTER. Note: Humanity didn't learn a damn thing. Old people just went right back to their ways, because they hate change. I wish so much that we could have this breathing space back. The air was cleaner, too. It was incredible.
@michaelpinson3455 ай бұрын
I like it looks like a lot of fun, Michael
@kaidakemes12606 ай бұрын
DMV mean motor vech not pedapl cycle
@ShermanSitter5 ай бұрын
The term "Department of Motor Vehicles" was invented prior to combustion engine automobiles. So technically, it applies more to electric bicycles and the electric vehicles of the past. It is ironic that after 100 years or so that electric cars are finally making a comeback and the term will once again apply to cars instead of just bicycles.
@mixedfeelingsaboutturning19106 ай бұрын
Ideally every state would be a no law for adults
@EBR846 Жыл бұрын
It's not "fascinating" to me at all that there is no definition at the federal level of a bicycle. When I look at my state's vehicle code, it's incredibly lacking in detail for certain vehicle codes. When I see the California code written, it surprises me a 0/10. This reveals how little these people writing codes care or know about bicycles. Not all, but most. When I look at America, I see Carmerica, a nation ruled by, prioritizing and relying on cars in a number of ways. So I'm not surprised in the least bit there is no definition. I can get a car charging station but I still can't get bike racks at a number of locations where I live. It's not the 1800's anymore. This is not Japan. Where the f**k are the bike racks? We can have tentative plans to construct lanes that allow electric cars to charge a car but I have difficulty finding a bike rack.
@tylerganieany6386 Жыл бұрын
I disagree, it should be at our own discretion...why does the government pass laws on stuff like this? What's next are 3 year olds going to need a licence for trikes? Just because you have the power to make a law doesn't mean your required to make laws regarding every tiny thing you can...I think American law has a real big problem with knowing when NOT to use they're power.
@deanmccabe8783 Жыл бұрын
Didn’t tell me much
@georgelacey6381 Жыл бұрын
A bicycle is not considered a motor vehicle in NJ. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Code defines a bicycle as a vehicle with two wheels propelled solely by human power and having pedals, handle bars and a saddle-like seat. You can get drunken disorderly or public intoxication, et al. Electric bikes will ruin this of course, they're already plotting a new law, as of Nov 2022.
@ShermanSitter Жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me and everyone know. As you can imagine things slip through when you are looking at law books for 50 different states, but I appreciate your thoughtful addition in the comments!
@georgelacey6381 Жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter No prob, I liked the video. Here's the case law if yer interested: NJ v. Tehan, NJ v. MacHuzak(1988) and NJ v. Johnson (1984)
@totalcontrol871 Жыл бұрын
LMAO 😂
@pineapple9068 Жыл бұрын
What is this
@natalieleonard5876 Жыл бұрын
Oh my god that’s funny
@JodBronson Жыл бұрын
Today, I got yelled at and schooled because I took the road since it's snowed and potholes are everywhere. As soon I was able to feel safe, I went right, right away. The person behind me speed up and got angry and then yelled at me and told me to follow street law! If the sidewalks were plowed, I would be on there. Regardless, If I had stayed close to the sidewalk and hit those potholes, I would've fallen or skidded and then perhaps been hit by the same truck that yelled at me. Remind you, I was in the middle of the road not even 1 minute!
@ShermanSitter Жыл бұрын
So sad how selfish cars make humans. Thank you for sharing your story.
@se244-y7p Жыл бұрын
Bro, this is on the same level as Robert Adams satsang. Does he do mantras and affirmations too?
@ShermanSitter Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I do dat toos. I'm F-ing multi talented. Tanks for da comments!
@applyinggaming9529 Жыл бұрын
I got my friend to switch to a bicycle, he really thanks you for this video and me for showing this to him. This is very helpful thanks #ScrewCars
@ShermanSitter Жыл бұрын
I'm so happy to hear that these videos are helping to educate and inspire. That was certainly my goal.
@armarranemesis6232 Жыл бұрын
Fly over why?
@rickthatch3556 Жыл бұрын
when it comes to listening to music... car drivers do it all the time, even to the point of being distracted and killing cyclists... what one truly needs is a rear view mirror. this allows one to check the rear during the scanning of road traffic, obstacles which happens continually... but, I will have to admit that when I listen to music, I use the right earbud and leave the left open for hearing traffic.
@GrunnOmaz Жыл бұрын
A lot of morons riding bikes. They will need insurance before you know it and they should!
@johnspinelli9396 Жыл бұрын
That's absurd it's in the same category as a dui in a motor vehicle
@debracrider3348 Жыл бұрын
Are you still selling them?
@ShermanSitter Жыл бұрын
Hello. I don't sell them, but the original company was bought out. I think they may still make them, but not sure. It is definitely not to scale of what it was initially.
@topofthegreen Жыл бұрын
just ride as if everyone is trying to kill you.
@donalosullivan215 Жыл бұрын
While I agree with all that you present for bicyclists, I have to disagree with your representation of drivers as "cars". Drivers are still responsible for their own actions, are they not? Or is the car responsible? It is common in news reporting of accidents involving a bicycle and a car that the bicyclist is referred to as such (i.e. a person) but the driver is referred to as a "car" thereby removing the blame from the driver and assigning it to a thing, or the bicyclist, because that is how perception works. Don't perpetuate the stereotype that bicyclists are the problem. Change your language!
@ShermanSitter Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the well thought out comment. I'm going to have to think about this. I think you make a lot of valid points. I also notice how differently humans treat you depending on which mode you use, even for the same individual.
@donalosullivan215 Жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter Thank you for replying so promptly, at all, actually. I have to admit I expected my comment to disappear into the black hole of the internet. I want bicyclists to have the same protections as drivers and to not always be seen as the problem. I ride every day and am constantly seeing drivers who have (apparently) forgotten how to drive safely. How do I get the message across that my life is worth more than 2 seconds of their time waiting behind me?
@ShermanSitter Жыл бұрын
@@donalosullivan215 I feel your pain, of course. I am guessing we are very similar in our desires to stay alive and also help the world progress. Hopefully you have given the internet abyss some useful thoughts to consider for those who pass by. You have articulated well and have also helped me refine my language. Thank you again.
@vanessamarlowe Жыл бұрын
Excellent stuff! Want to see more! 😀
@juliocircus46542 жыл бұрын
Regarding music: For my bike, I have a very small BT speaker that I can carry on my backpack when I´m using one. And when I´m drivin a car, I have to lower the music volume even to park. Music is just a distraction when driving.
@kathyfann2 жыл бұрын
Have you ever been stopped by a police officer because I noticed some people are being stopped by police officers they don’t write tickets they just wanna know more about it and they warn you it’s not safe and that you could dye your hit. They advise you not to drive it on Roads. Ha ha so where are we supposed to drive these.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
I have been through just about every scenario you can imagine! I have been stopped before. They are usually quite confused. I like the opportunity to educate, however. The more we politely and empathetically spread awareness, the better for everyone.
@rangersmith46522 жыл бұрын
Vehicle code has been written with its primary considerations being the characteristics of motor vehicles, so applying it universally to bicycles makes no sense. The piece of code I violate regularly is coming to a full stop at a Stop sign. I treat them all pretty much as Yield signs because it's more efficient and much safer to roll through a Stop sign when there is no opposing or crossing traffic (the "Idaho stop"). Stopping means clipping out and clipping back in, which is never without added risk. It also means I'm going to be in that intersection a lot longer because I'm entering from a standing start. And it increases the risk that I'll get rear-ended by a motorist who treats that Stop as a Yield, as most do.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
It looks like this was posted twice by mistake, so I'll duplicate my response here for those who are passing by... Thank you for the thoughtful comment. In fact, in California we almost joined the now (at least) 6 states that have adopted this as law. It was only held up by the governor and had already passed the house and senate and was in full support. Literally just one human's whim ruined 5 years of study and work. This should be a national law for sure.
@rangersmith46522 жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter I fully agree. Your tyrant governor needs to go, my friend.
@Kadosk2 жыл бұрын
Qual a velocidade que atinge?
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
ENGLISH: It is more limited by agility, not the motor or your legs. When I get above 32 KPH (20 mph), I start to feel like it is too fast. PORTUGESE: É mais limitado pela agilidade, não pelo motor ou pelas pernas. Quando chego acima de 32 KPH, começo a sentir que é muito rápido.
@backyardmachinist2 жыл бұрын
Been watching for a long time. Glad to see another upload
@burgerman1012 жыл бұрын
There’s a few dangerous roads about 10 miles away that I always thought could use not only a bike lane, but a protected bike lane. I think I might take your advice and message a politician or attend a city council meeting because I’m getting really tired of pedestrians and bicyclists being afterthoughts.
@burgerman1012 жыл бұрын
Finally got an e-bike and rode it 22 miles today. It was amazing. Most of those 22 miles were on a separated bike path, but there was a small 2 mile portion that wasn’t where I felt like cars were going to kill me. I unlocked the speed to 28 mph before I rode it and doing that apparently causes it to be classified as a class 3 e-bike which means I’m not allowed to take it on bike paths, Oops. Hopefully I don’t get caught lol. I would love to see a short video about your thoughts on the e-bike classifications and the restrictions that come with them.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
It is good to hear from you and the great new bicycle. Thank you, as always, for the encouragement and ideas as well. Just to clarify are you thinking of a video that is more opinion based? As you might know, I do have a video on the classes of electric bicycles, but it has been a while and don't recall if I got into the value of having the classes at all. Either way, I am definitely long overdue for another video!
@burgerman1012 жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter Correct, I was hoping for an opinion based video. I apologize for not being clear. I also think it would be cool if you could make videos on new bike infrastructure (bike paths, trails, etc.) in L.A./Southern California if you have the time and energy to do so of course. With KZbin channels like Not Just Bikes and anti-car forums gaining massive popularity online in the past few years, I think there’s going to be gradual shift away from Cars that should be documented. Of course I might just be overly optimistic. I hope you are doing well. Thanks for all the bike-related content you made.
@burgerman1012 жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter Its been such a long time that I completely forgot you made a video on e-bike laws lol. I just went back and rewatched it. You said that the law only allows class three e-bikes in lanes and bikeways adjacent to the roadway. The bike path I rode on yesterday was built adjacent to a freeway and was built to run the entire length of it, so I guess that counts? I didn’t put a class 3 sticker on my e-bike (It has a class 2 sticker) and I don’t think the cops will check, but you never know.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
@@burgerman101 In general, I think we are a ways away from police checking for electric bicycle classes in a widespread manner, or even knowing what they are. I think some of them know, but probably currently only the ones who are bicycle friendly. (based on my conversations with police officers) For now, thankfully, I think these classes are off their radar. As you can guess, the police continue to get more safety benefits from controlling cars, but of course, not as many fight for bicycle rights so they tend to over-regulate bicycles and under-regulate car behaviors in proportion to damage and injuries caused.
@SantaWoods2 жыл бұрын
» E-bikes are defined as a “motorized bicycles,” and are subject to the registration, licensing, and insurance requirements that apply to motor vehicles. However, Ohio’s Department of Motor Vehicles does not recognize e-bikes as vehicles with these requirements and has no system for supplying registration and licensing. Therefore, riding an electric bicycle in Ohio is illegal.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
That is sadly hilarious. I'm sorry to hear that. I'm going to have to make a new color for Ohio it seems. :/
@impaler3315 ай бұрын
Do they not have the 750 watt limit or the 3 different ebike classifications? Thats pretty sad they want you dependent on cars if they dont allow any of it over their
@kirbyscreativity2 жыл бұрын
It's a vehicle in all states. Don't bother arguing. Your wrong otherwise. Get over it
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Ok, I'm over it. :) I do think it is interesting though. I never though you had to literally define things as a 'vehicle' in the code. Seems like a funny necessity.
@lukec.8722 жыл бұрын
People love to argue about whether bikes are in fact, vehicles. It seems like half believe it and the others don’t.
@jimzimmerman52882 жыл бұрын
Law enforcement does not enforce the 18 and under helmet law which is sad. They are afraid of the parent's complaints.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Good point! My parents didn't wait for them. I remember when my mom bought me a helmet and encouraged me to use it. At the time I didn't think it was necessary...and have literally used it directly a few time since! (though I still think I have some screws loose.) :)
@Andrew-dd3yt2 жыл бұрын
“Land of the free”
@CZsWorld2 жыл бұрын
Didn't need to watch the video, the thumbnail convinced me.
@georgeemil36182 жыл бұрын
When cars are parked in the bike lane, I ride in the car lane, slowly until there's room for me to get back in.
@JodBronson Жыл бұрын
You have no choice & you are not breaking any law !!!
@andypark49502 жыл бұрын
hi my name is andy i have question for u so i have electric bike and i want to uae the road like when i want to go left and right so i can take the road right
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Hi Andy. I'm not sure I understand the question, but the law for electric bicycles are a bit more complicated. If you are in the USA, I have a video that describes the three classes. However, in general, it is best to ask your local law enforcement authorities as state, local, and other laws vary greatly.
@andypark49502 жыл бұрын
Ok can u send the video bc I want to ride on the road like car do like if u want to turn left and right bc am scared that I might hit by car but if u don't understand me then let me know
@andypark49502 жыл бұрын
U there
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
@@andypark4950 Andy, I think you should speak to a local traffic officer. However, no matter what, you must always be careful and getting hit by a car is always a risk. Each situation is different, and there are signs and laws that may be very different in each situation, so it is impossible to give complete absolute statements. Where do you live? (what country or state?)
@andypark49502 жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter ok but can I talk to u
@tae-0072 жыл бұрын
0:30 lol
@TheGodzilla22012 жыл бұрын
Do u need license for an adult electric tricycle in Alaska?
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Hello, and thank you for the question. I am certainly not an expert in Alaska laws, but I did find this from a google search: "The state of Alaska requires electric bike riders to obtain at least a level M2 permit to ride." I would confirm with your local authorities, because not everything classifies the same. (though they often do not know the laws as they pertain to bicycles, sadly, so you have to get a few opinions and hopefully can ask an expert.) Here is a video on the various types of electric bicycles and the classes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIe6ZmStYq1koKc Also, if you want something a bit more philosophical on whether or not bicycles should have a license and insurance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYDRmpicid2jhaM
@treatyourselfwithlove_nuskin2 жыл бұрын
This breaks my heart. We need to change this. Bicycle should not be consider as a vehicle, We don't need a permit license to ride a bicycle but you need one to drive a car. This is not right!!! If Bicycles are considered like vehicle then permit should be required to ride a bicycle along with classroom instruction especially to teens / young riders that are prone to accident and don't have a driver license yet! SAVING LIFE MATTERS
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Hello, and thank you for your concern. I hope this doesn't inflame you, but I can tell your comments come from a place of caring, but also ignorance. As a bicycle commuter, policy advisor, and social scientist, I can tell you several points that should assuage your concerns. First, in California, bicycles are not considered 'technically' a vehicle according to vehicle code. (you can see my bicycle law in all 50 states for more on that). But more importantly, these laws and the way it is designed actually increase safety and decrease the very thing you are concerned about. In fact, even the 'stop as yield' law that was recently vetoed by the governor 'for the children" was misguided and put them at greater risk according to all other states that have passed this vital law. Intersections are the key points at which danger occurs, but also, bicyclists NOT taking the lane is a major issue. Not only do the statistics bear this out, but every time I have been hit, it was when I was 'being courteous' and giving car drivers room to pass. In order to maintain maximum safety, you should take the entire lane. Car drivers do not like this, but it is the safest for everyone. Second, I have another video on license and registration, but this is a dangerous 'road' to go down. If we discourage the correct behaviors (riding a bicycle instead of taking cars everywhere) especially curbing these behaviors at a young age, we greatly increase many of societies issues including overuse of cars, contribution to oil wars and too many electric car batteries, damage to city roads, sitffling local business, the list goes on. The best thing we can do is to eliminate more cars, discourage their use, and increase the desire to take alternatives. Bicycling has been shown to be a net positive, even with injuries for health, and even psychological well being. Einstein even habitually rode his bicycle on the streets whenever he needed to come up with ideas as it even increases your beta waves for stimulated thinking. There are really too many arguments to make this a coherent comment :) but the short answer after all that is we should not stifle the usage of bicycles, but rather fix cars to be self-driving such that they recognize bicycles, and remove and restrict cars, not the other way around. To do it the other way is like fixing the bullied child at school (the bicycle), rather than controlling the bully. (the car) I hope somehow this helps. I realize I am just typing too much, but I would advise that you watch a few other targeted videos to learn more about why this statistically and even intuitively makes sense. Thank you again for your concern!
@computertechnician48962 жыл бұрын
My bike has the same motor and also has no suspension. I feel for me not having suspension was a mistake, the bike is now very heavy and there are too many pot holes in the roads.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
I definitely agree with the weight factor. Since I put it on a chromoly road bicycle I don't feel I need the suspension though. Perhaps I'll change my mind as I ride it more. honestly, I still choose my non ebikes over this one in most cases, but it is a fun diversion sometimes. :)
@al-du6lb2 жыл бұрын
Don't get me wrong, I like the video, but the bike capital of the world all use granny bikes (the netherlands, as i'm sure you're aware). Most people will never bike in America because America isn't built for biking. Our biggest problem is an infrastructure problem. Unfortunately, only biking enthusiasts or people living in bikable areas will bike to work, in America. I definitely need to get a road bike. Oh, and don't shame people for having children. Yes, it's a lot of work, but we need people to reproduce or our civilization will fail.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Good points. Thank you for the thoughtful comment.
@al-du6lb2 жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter You should do a video on what America could to with it's current infrastructure to better accommodate biking. I know cali recently got rid of single family zoning which is a great start.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
@@al-du6lb Thank you for the suggestion. That is an excellent and very timely idea.
@tedwalker13702 жыл бұрын
Why is an electric bicycle limited to 20mph on a bike path? Point being bicycles can be ridden upwards of 30mph. So should there just be a bike path speed limit of 15 mph?
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Excellent point. From what I have seen, these things happen because the laws are written by car drivers. Also, law makers only limit new things because it is easier. The reality is cars can go up to 75 mph on roads and injures up to 50 million humans each year...but they do not want to limit cars because the law makers driver cars most likely. I've heard every argument in the book against bicycles, but none of them make sense if you hold individuals accountable.
@hempmayor66392 жыл бұрын
Wow thank you
@GlassLegend402 жыл бұрын
is there even such thing as bicycle registration law?
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Good question! There are several reasons there are no registration laws for bicycles. (I think I actually have a video on this somewhere in my archives, which also covers insurance) Here are a few: For most governing bodies, a large portion of users are minors. Also, bicycles, though one can argue they equally contribute to collisions, they are often the victim rather than the perpetrator. Another reason, they save cities millions of dollars in infrastructure costs, and tend to support local business and are general beneficial to local economies, so there is little interest in regulation. Usually regulation is tied to pollution, road wear, and massive infrastructure costs that are necessary to accommodate heavier vehicles.
@al-du6lb2 жыл бұрын
So, after doing this conversion over a year ago, have you found anything you would have changed? Definitely want to do one myself.
@al-du6lb2 жыл бұрын
I almost got hit by a car earlier and thought of you.
@ShermanSitter2 жыл бұрын
Yikes! If only car drivers knew this was a daily experience they may actually drive differently. :/ I'm glad you are ok!
@al-du6lb2 жыл бұрын
@@ShermanSitter Yeah, it wasn't that close but I lost my temper a bit. I was lit up like a christmas tree and had the green and the cars just wouldn't stop for me. It doesn't help I live in Northern Virginia and rush hour is just insane; people are stressed and just want to get home. I did yell at them I hate cars (I don't think they heard me though).